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Environment 5 Nov 2018

Kauri protection a priority for Auckland Council

Auckland Council continues to prioritise protection against kauri dieback.

Environment 5 Nov 2018

Henderson car park part of global sustainability development competition

International and local designers joined mana whenua and councillors for a tour of two car parks in Henderson.

Community 2 Nov 2018

Action-packed summer awaits Ōtara-Papatoetoe

Get ready for another action-packed summer in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board area.

Environment 2 Nov 2018

Franklin pest management projects help local birds

Tūī populations are on the rise around Patumahoe thanks to volunteer conservation groups.

Community 2 Nov 2018

Whau Local Board awards $13,000 in community grants

Thirteen community organisations have been awarded a combined $13,888 in funding.

2 Nov 2018

Matiatia fuel site closed for two weeks

The fuel pontoon on the Old Matiatia Wharf will be closed for maintenance between 12-23 November.

Libraries 2 Nov 2018

Our libraries are of huge value to our community

Libraries are a key feature in the local board plans for both Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe.

Environment 2 Nov 2018

Community rallies to ensure beach declared swim safe

Clarks Beach is one for four beaches in the Manukau Harbour to be deemed swimmable this summer.

Events

02 Feb 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

ESOL - Beginners English class

Come and gain confidence to use the English language, to learn more and to make new friends.

02 Feb 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Makerspace

Free, fun and educational afterschool program on Mondays for children aged 5+.

02 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2029

Community singing

Join us to sing songs you know and love in a friendly, supportive setting.

26 Jan 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Tai Chi at Te Manawa

Enjoy "meditation in motion," it benefits strength, flexibility, and balance.

12 Jan 2026 - 23 Mar 2026

Reading together - Everyday English

A relaxed reading group for improving English through everyday texts like podcasts, forms, news &...

12 Jan 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Shore Knitters

Join this friendly group to connect with others, make friends and work on your knitting in a shar...

10 Nov 2025 - 01 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Takapuna Library

Join us for Wriggle and Rhyme, a lively 30-minute session filled with music, movement, and play.

17 Feb 2026

Badge making

Join us for a fun, hands-on activity where you can design and create your own badges to show your...